In 2 ways how does proximity to water effect the economy? (will give brainliest)

Two ways in which the proximity to water has affected Western Europe's economy:

1) Proximity of water can lead to lack of food, which affects economy of the country in various ways.
2) It has wet cool summers and wet, mild winters, so for shelters and cloths, it affects economy by transportation, extra manufacture etc.

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Summer months are the wettest.